<br>Achieving smoother, silkier lengths is possible when you treat your hair the way it wants to be treated with the formulas it deserves. The knowledge and opinions of a shampoo expert, ELLE editors, and experienced customers all went into this curated list of the 17 best shampoos for frizzy hair. No need to try and make peace with unruly strands any longer!</p>”/>
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Best for Breakage
K18 Biomimetic Hairscience PEPTIDE PREP pH Maintenance Shampoo
Pros
- Adds volume by removing excess oils
Cons
- Pricey
You may not realize it, but the simple act of shampooing can aggravate weak, damaged hair. This shampoo was made with fragile strands in mind, which is why it’s gentle and packed with hydrating peptides to strengthen stressed-out hair.
Hair type: Fragile
Size: 8.5 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Amazon rating: 4.5/5 stars
An ELLE editor says: “When I started using this shampoo, I noticed an immediate difference in my hair. I’m extremely prone to frizz and flyaways, but this works like a sealant for hair, making it all but impervious to heat and humidity.” —Katie Berohn, ELLE beauty editor
2
Best for Chemically Treated Hair
Olaplex No.4 Bond Maintenance Shampoo
Pros
- Strengthens damaged hair
Cons
- Should be alternated with a detoxing shampoo
Post-bleach or coloring, hair can become weak and prone to breakage and frizz. This shampoo repairs and reverses the damage, leading to stronger and smoother hair.
Hair type: Damaged
Size: 8.5 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Amazon rating: 4.6/5 stars
An ELLE editor says: “I always find myself going back to Olaplex. I really do think that when I use it, my hair feels stronger and less prone to frizz. I also love how the whole Olaplex range smells.” —Katie Berohn
3
Best for Dull Hair
FEKKAI Brilliant Gloss Shampoo
Pros
- Adds shine to dull hair
Cons
- Can make fine hair feel greasy or weighed down
Fekkai’s Brilliant Gloss Shampoo is the antidote your hair needs if it’s desperate for a little glossy, smooth look that only hydration can provide. This product contains olive oil and prickly pear oil, which nurtures, protects, and eliminates frizz.
Hair type: Frizzy
Size: 8.45 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Ulta rating: 4.2/5 stars
An Ulta reviewer says: “I have never had a shampoo that really gives my hair a shine like this Fekkai shampoo. You don’t need much and it smells good too!”
4
Best for All Hair Types
Eva NYC Mane Magic 10-in-1 Shampoo
Pros
- Delivers ultra-hydrating properties to hair strands
Cons
- Some reviewers wish the bottle was bigger
If you think your hair is beyond repair, it’s time to turn to this shampoo from Eva NYC. Formulated with argan oil and baobab seed, this shampoo reduces the appearance of breakage, thoroughly cleanses your strands, and returns moisture to over-processed hair.
Hair type: Frizzy, dry
Size: 8.8 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Eva NYC rating: 4.7/5 stars
An Eva NYC reviewer says: “Amazing shampoo that smells so good. Makes hair super soft, frizz free and shiny and manageable. Highly recommend this for frizzy hair.”
5
Best for Unruly Hair
MATRIX Total Results Mega Sleek Shampoo
Pros
- Makes frizzy hair feel soft and hydrated
Cons
- May be too heavy for fine hair types
For hair that needs a stern talking to, this shampoo will get it in line. Fun packaging aside, it’s packed with shea butter that will help calm down frizz while giving your hair the moisture it desires.
Hair type: Frizzy, dry
Size:10.1 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: No
Amazon rating: 4.6/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “Great product. I have very coarse hair that gets tangled when I wash it. This conditioner detangles and leaves my hair shinier than other conditioners.”
6
Best for Humid Environments
John Frieda Frizz Ease Beyond Smooth Frizz-Immunity Shampoo
Pros
- Helps prevent and combat frizz
Cons
- Can leave build-up in the hair
If you live anywhere humid, you know battling frizz is practically a lifestyle. This shampoo contains coconut oil, which not only smells delicious but also reduces frizz and protects your hair from humidity.
Hair type: Frizzy
Size: 8.45 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Amazon rating: 4.5/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I’ve noticed my hair feels better. I don’t use conditioner on my hair as much. My hair has much less frizz and I live in a very humid climate. I’ve told several people how much I like this product.”
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Best Vegan
Aveda Smooth Infusion Anti Frizz Shampoo
Pros
- Pleasant scent
Cons
- May not be suitable for oily hair
Formulas that lack sulfates can be less satisfying to work with because they tend not to lather as much. However, this plant-based, silicone-free formula bubbles up when combined with water and leaves hair shinier and smoother with each use.
Hair type: Frizzy
Size: 6.7 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Amazon rating: 4/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I have spent so much money on shampoo/conditioner. Finally found one that actually does what it claims. Tames my crazing wavy, fly-away hair, and due to no sulfates, it doesn’t strip my color. Yay!”
8
Best for Defined Curls
Rizos Curls Hydrating Shampoo
Pros
- Doesn’t strip the hair
Cons
- Can leave oily hair types feeling greasy
Curly hair is naturally drier than other hair types, and if you desire defined, frizz-less curls, an extra dose of hydration is necessary. This product uses shea butter and moringa oil to hydrate the hair while still cleansing away any build-up on the scalp.
Hair type: Dry
Size: 10 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Ulta rating: 3.7/5 stars
An Ulta reviewer says: “LOVE this product! I bought the trial size so I could try it out. I have blonde curly long layered hair. I’ve had so many compliments on how healthy my hair looks with perfect curls. I used the shampoo, conditioner, and leave-in styling cream (needed just a nickel size for all my hair!)”
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Best Sulfate-Free
Redken Frizz Dismiss Sulfate-Free Shampoo
Pros
- Effective for straight, wavy, or curly hair
Cons
- Can feel stripping for very dry hair
You may know that sulfates can sometimes strip delicate hair and cause excess frizz. Here’s a sulfate-free shampoo that expertly removes build-up without dehydrating strands, all while calming frizz.
Hair type: Frizzy
Size: 10.1 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Ulta rating: 4.1/5 stars
An Ulta reviewer says: “Singing the praises of this line is probably something I honestly should be paid for. I have tried to find a better product for my hair, but there just isn’t a cheaper hack or a more expensive splurge that can do what Redken’s frizz dismiss can do for my hair.”
10
Best for Curly Hair
Ouidad Curl Quencher Moisturizing Shampoo
Pros
- Deeply hydrates dry hair
Cons
- Can weigh down finer hair types
Curly girls know that frizz can be a constant unwanted companion. This shampoo moisturizes dry curls and coils while imparting a glossy, healthy shine so frizz barely visits.
Hair type: Dry
Size: 8.5-33.8 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: No
Ulta rating: 4.2/5 stars
An Ulta reviewer says: “The older I get, the dryer my hair becomes. This product is the only one I have found that adds moisture, helps retain the moisture, and protects my curls.”
11
Best for Severely Heat Damaged Hair
Christophe Robin Regenerating Shampoo With Prickly Pear Oil
Pros
- Works well for heat damaged hair
Cons
- Contains sulfates
Christophe Robin’s nourishing shampoo is infused with prickly pear oil, which works to actively rejuvenate hair strands. After using this product, you’ll notice that your hair feels stronger, so it’s particularly beneficial for those who struggle with heat-damaged hair.
Hair type: Heat damaged
Size: 8.4 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: No
Amazon rating: 4.5/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “This shampoo holds up to what it say it will do! Makes your hair feel and look great.”
12
Best for Intense Hydration
It’s A 10 Miracle Shampoo Plus Keratin
Pros
- Improves hair softness and health
Cons
- Can leave fine hair types feeling greasy
If your hair is chronically dry, this keratin-infused shampoo might just be your hero product. It works quickly to rehydrate and strengthen even the most dry strands.
Hair type: Very dry
Size: 10-33.8 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Ulta rating: 4.2/5 stars
An Ulta reviewer says: “I use this daily! My hair stylist I was using, fried my hair, and my hair felt and looked awful. Falling out left and right! This is making me feel confident enough to go outside.”
13
Best for Malnourished Hair
Kérastase Discipline Sulfate Free Smoothing Shampoo
Pros
- Adds shine to dull hair
Cons
- Expensive
Your hair is like any other part of your body—it will put up a hell of a fight if you’re not giving it the nutrients it needs. This shampoo revitalizes and nourishes dry, frizzy hair so it can continue looking its best.
Hair type: All
Size: 8.5 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Sephora rating: 4.2/5 star
A Sephora reviewer says: “I’m almost done with my first bottle of this shampoo and I am IN LOVE with what it has done to my hair! I have thick, curly hair that was dry, brittle, and frizzy. This shampoo transformed my hair into soft, silky, bouncy curls. Seriously, my hair has never been so shiny from just air drying. I’ve tried soo many brands of shampoo and none of them have worked the way this shampoo has. It did take a little time; the transformation wasn’t overnight. About halfway through the bottle is when I really noticed a difference. If you’re on the fence, give it a try.”
14
Best for Fine Hair
Bumble and bumble Hairdresser’s Invisible Oil Shampoo
Pros
- Doesn’t weigh done finer hair types
Cons
- Can feel stripping for very dry hair
This shampoo contains a lightweight oil that moisturizes dry, frizzy hair without weighing it down. The nourishing formula also strengthens hair against breakage to encourage growth and prevent more frizz.
Hair type: Dry
Size: 8.5-33.8 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Ulta rating: 4.5/5 stars
An Ulta reviewer says: “My hair feels so strong and healthy after using this shampoo. Takes care of my very dry hair issue.”
15
Best Affordable
OGX Hydrate + Defrizz Kukui Oil Shampoo
Pros
- Wallet-friendly
Cons
- Some may dislike scent
Let the tropical scent of this formula transform your shower into a Hawaiian vacation. The oil-infused, frizz-banishing formula is a steal at this price point—proof that you don’t have to shell out a fortune for quality hair care.
Hair type: Frizzy
Size: 13 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Amazon rating: 4.4/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “This shampoo is my favorite of all the ones I’ve tried. I have a lot of sensitivities to chemicals and fragrances, and 95 percent of shampoo that I’ve used makes my scalp itchy and dry. Not this one. 🙂 I love the smell—it’s very tropical and rich, and it works very well with my thick wavy hair. Doesn’t leave a lot of residue and thoroughly rinses out.”
16
Best for Thick Hair
OUAI Thick Hair Shampoo
Pros
- Pleasant scent
Cons
- On the pricier side
Ouai packed a lot into this ultra-moisturizing composition. Marshmallow root, shea butter, and avocado oil condition strands to calm and smooth them without leaving them feeling stringy and oily.
Hair type: Dry
Size: 10 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Amazon rating: 4.4/5 stars
An Amazon reviewer says: “I love this product. I would highly recommend. My hair has never looked and been so healthy.”
17
Best for Dehydrated Hair
Moroccanoil Frizz Control Shampoo
Pros
- Non-drying
Cons
- May not be suitable for oily hair
Who wouldn’t love their hair to feel as soft as a teddy bear? That’s exactly what the Moroccanoil Frizz Control Shampoo delivers, thanks to a rich blend of argan oil, amaranth oil, and jackfruit extract. Silky hair is within your reach.
Hair type: Frizzy
Size: 8.5 fl. oz.
Sulfate-free: Yes
Sephora rating: 4.9/5 stars
A Sephora reviewer says: “After trying dozens of shampoos and conditioners, I feel like I’ve won the lottery. The shampoo used in conjunction with the frizz control conditioner leaves my hair healthier, smoother and more manageable.”
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Meet the Expert
Allison Chin is the director of product development at Eva NYC, an innovative hair care brand based in Brooklyn, NY. Chin and her colleagues have worked to ensure that all Eva NYC products are vegan, cruelty-free, and non-GMO.
What should you look for in an anti-frizz shampoo?
As Chin mentioned, the best anti-frizz shampoos are sulfate-free formulas containing moisturizing ingredients, such as oil and glycerin (a compound derived from fatty acids). As for the oils that provide ample hydration, you’ll want to consider anti-frizz shampoos that contain argan oil, castor oil, and jojoba oil. “More importantly, caring agents that effectively smooth the entire surface of the hair fiber are essential for combating frizz, such as conditioning polymers and some lightweight silicones,” adds Chin.
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